1) a unique shape 2) wide use of stainless steel 3) hand blown glass shaped for max smoke/liquid contact 4)sprinkler at the tip of the gaslet for even more smoke/liquid contact 5) valve can be replaced by a second hose 6) tobacco bowl is shaped for a longer smoke, yet it prevents tobacco from overheating, tobacco does not have to be strained 7) all connections are screw able and airtight 8) hose from food grade silicone unlike traditional hoses it can be washed numerously with no risks of rusting or rotting, silicone does not absorb flavors